G: TLDR:
For scarlet sage (Salvia splendens): prioritize well-draining soil and don’t bury the stem. For horned violets (Viola cornuta): go loamy and moist, don’t break up the roots too much.

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Scarlet Sage (Salvia splendens)

• Soil: Light, well-draining mix (potting mix + perlite or sand). Avoid heavy or water-retaining soil.
• Depth: Keep at original planting depth—don’t bury the stem.
• Sunlight: Bright, direct light preferred.
• Watering: Water thoroughly after repotting but let the top inch dry before rewatering.
• Extra tip: Pinch off leggy stems after repotting to encourage bushier growth.

Horned Violets (Viola cornuta)

• Soil: Moist, loamy mix with decent drainage. More water-tolerant than salvia but still dislikes soggy roots.
• Roots: They don’t like root disturbance much—handle gently and avoid teasing roots unless pot-bound.
• Depth: Same level as before; burying the crown can cause rot.
• Shade tolerance: Likes partial sun to light shade.
• Extra tip: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering.

Let me know if you’re repotting from seed trays, nursery pots, or rescuing damaged ones—some edge cases have different advice.

G: “Deadhead” just means removing old, wilted flowers after they’ve bloomed and started to die.

For horned violets, this:

• Prevents the plant from wasting energy on seed production
• Encourages it to produce more flowers instead

You can pinch them off with your fingers or snip them with small scissors. Just take off the faded flower and the little stem it's on—don’t yank.

G: It’s one of those ramune-style bottles with the glass marble.

Here's the catch:
You don’t twist the cap. Instead:

1. Peel off the plastic seal on top.
2. Remove the plastic plunger from the cap (it's usually in the top lid).
3. Place the plunger over the marble sitting in the neck of the bottle.
4. Push down firmly with your palm or heel of your hand until the marble pops in.

There’s often a small plastic ring inside to keep the marble from blocking the flow when you drink—tilt the bottle to pour or sip without choking on fizz.

It’s more fun than useful, but that’s ramune.